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Epic Credentialed Trainer - Anesthesia

New York, NY · Remote

$40 - $45/hr

Contract until 10/31 (Possible extension) Location : 100% REMOTE Description : * Deliver end-user ... ongoing post-training support. * Leveraged Epic credentialing expertise and adult learning ...

Addison Group

Anesthesia Medical Coder

New York, NY · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Remote (Must reside in an approved state) Industry: Healthcare / Medical Coding / Anesthesia Revenue Cycle Pay: $30 - $35 / Hour (Contract with potential for permanent hire) Benefits: This position ...

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How much do remote pacu nurse jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average weekly pay for remote pacu nurse in Edison, NJ is $2,406.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,890.38 and $2,886.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote PACU nurse?

A Remote PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse provides virtual post-operative care and patient monitoring after surgery. They assess patients' recovery, manage pain, monitor vital signs remotely, and provide guidance on post-operative care. Using telehealth technology, they communicate with patients and healthcare teams to ensure a smooth recovery. This role requires strong clinical judgment, experience in post-anesthesia care, and proficiency with remote monitoring tools.

What are the typical challenges faced by a remote PACU nurse compared to an on-site PACU nurse?

As a Remote PACU Nurse, one of the main challenges is accurately assessing a patient’s recovery and complications without being physically present, relying heavily on technology and remote monitoring tools. There can also be complex coordination with on-site healthcare teams to ensure swift intervention if complications arise. Effective communication with patients and their caregivers is essential when providing discharge instructions and emotional support remotely. Adaptability and proactive problem-solving help Remote PACU Nurses deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care in a virtual setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote PACU nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote PACU Nurse, you need a solid clinical background in post-anesthesia care, active RN licensure, and strong patient assessment skills. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and relevant certification such as ACLS are commonly required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating remotely are key soft skills. These qualifications ensure safe, timely recovery monitoring and coordination for post-operative patients who are managed virtually.

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Infographic showing various Remote Pacu Nurse job openings in Edison, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,150 per year, or $60.2 per hour.

Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Remote

Med-Metrix

Parsippany, NJ • On-site, Remote

$35 - $47/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

286th of 496 rated business services

Job description

Job Purpose
The Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist focuses on the accuracy, completeness and consistency of inpatient clinical documentation to support coding and reporting of high-quality healthcare data. The Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist performs concurrent chart reviews to validate that the clinical documentation in the medical record appropriately describes the patient's severity of illness, complexity of care, and risk of mortality to facilitate appropriate coding. The Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist utilizes advanced knowledge of disease processes, medications, and has critical thinking to analyze current documentation to identify gaps in clinical documentation.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Analyze medical records to identify incomplete, inconsistent, or inaccurate documentation related to diagnoses, treatments, procedures, severity of illness, and risk of mortality
  • Perform concurrent chart reviews to ensure clinical documentation accurately reflects the patient's condition, complexity of care, and services rendered to support appropriate coding and reimbursement
  • Facilitate clarification and modification of clinical documentation through concurrent interaction with physicians and members of the healthcare team to ensure accurate representation of patient severity and DRG assignment
  • Periodically analyze coding and documentation data to identify trends, variations, and opportunities for documentation improvement, and communicate findings to management
  • Utilize data analytics, DRG reports, and tracking tools to monitor documentation performance, identify gaps, and support performance improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, coders, and other healthcare professionals to clarify documentation and obtain additional information necessary for accurate and compliant coding
  • Provide support to coding teams by ensuring documentation supports code assignment and complies with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements
  • Communicate effectively with coding staff and healthcare providers to resolve coding-related issues and promote documentation accuracy and consistency
  • Conduct training and educational sessions for providers and staff on documentation best practices, coding guidelines, compliance requirements, and quality initiatives, as requested by CDI leadership
  • Demonstrate knowledge of quality measure initiatives, including Value-Based Purchasing, Pay-for-Performance, readmission reduction programs, and related regulatory requirements
  • Ensure clinical documentation aligns with organizational policies, coding standards, regulatory requirements, and payer guidelines
  • Conduct routine audits and reviews of clinical documentation to evaluate quality, accuracy, and compliance, and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing clinical documentation integrity, coding accuracy, and operational performance
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Use, protect and disclose patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
  • Understand and comply with Information Security and HIPAA policies and procedures at all times
  • Limit viewing of PHI to the absolute minimum as necessary to perform assigned duties

Qualifications
  • BSN or PA (Physician's Assistant) or NP (Nurse Practitioner) or Doctorate degree in a medically related field required
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical documentation improvement role preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years nursing experience in adult acute care in med/surg, critical care, emergency, or PACU required
  • Active RN, MD, DO, NP, or PA license required
  • Certification minimum requirement - CCDS and/or CDIP
  • Coding credential (CCS, CPC, CCS-P) is a plus
  • Current state Registered Nurse license highly preferred
  • Clinic fundamental knowledge of ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines and DRG Reimbursement Systems
  • Proficient in CDI tools such as encoder or CDI workflow and reporting tool
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization
  • Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
  • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Working Conditions
  • Must possess a smart-phone or electronic device capable of downloading applications, for multifactor authentication and security purposes
  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear
  • Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress
  • Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal

Med-Metrix will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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